This impressive tree has ornamental bark, stature second to none, and the nut is said to be the tastiest of any of the hickory nuts. Yes, it takes a few years -- well, 10 years till it begins producing, 40 for a bountiful harvest. It’s a tree to plant for your children or grand-children. Our trees … [Read more...]

  Mountain Mints - A Must Have. Mountain mints are botanically classed as Pycnanthemum species. They are some of the absolute best plants for attracting and supporting pollinators in your garden.  All day long, when in bloom, a patch of mountain mint literally "buzzes" with the sound of … [Read more...]

Pictured above: Question Mark, American Snout, and Mourning Cloak, which utilize Hackberry as a larval host plant. Did you know that trees are important butterfly host plants?  Many are hosts for the larval (caterpillar) stage of the butterfly.  The adult butterfly lays its eggs on the leaves.  … [Read more...]